Floral Design Show

Be Inspired: floral design show

Thu, June 14, 4 to 8pm; Fri, June 15, 10am to 3pm; Sat, June 16, 10am to 3pm

$15/pp. Free for Gore Place members

Join a celebration of early summer at Gore Place in Waltham with beautiful floral designs in 15 rooms of the magnificent 1806 Gore mansion. The mansion is called “The Monticello of the North” and its lovely rooms inspire local floral designers in this annual event. Visitors vote for their favorite arrangements. Tickets are available at the door. Advanced tickets may be purchased by visiting www.be-inspired-gp.bpt.me

This show is open to all floral minded artists, garden club members, horticultural students, gardeners, and professional and novice designers. This is NOT a juried show.

There is no entry fee for this exhibition, however, all submissions are required to be refreshed as needed for the duration of the show (3 days). All work must comply with the guidelines.

There will be a chance for a People’s Choice Award for all designers. Visitor will vote for their favorite arrangement, and there will be 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. The award, are as follows:

1st Place: $100.00

2nd Place: $75.00

3rd Place: $50.00

FOR INTERESTED DESIGNERS

Please select three choices from the available locations. We cannot guarantee your preferred choices will be assigned to you. You will be notified as to your assignment. Please make sure we have your preferred contact information.

Great hall- pedestal, North West wall between windows

Great hall– pedestal, North East wall between windows

Oval parlor– pedestal, adjacent to 1827 piano forte

Oval parlor– small scale, Empire card table with lyre base and playing cards

Organize components according to the principles of design- balance, proportion, rhythm, contrast, dominance and scale.

Requirements:

Pedestals will be placed in the museum by staff and may not be moved. Each location has been approved by the Collections Manager.

The use of fresh plant material is required. Silk, plastic or any artificial materials are not permitted. Limited use of dried material and potted plants may be accepted with prior approval.

Containers must be watertight. Any leaking containers will be removed without notice.

A brief statement of intent is encouraged. Statement of intent should clarify the interpretation of the arranger to the visitor. Please submit to Scott Clarke: scottclarke249@gmail.com. Business cards or appropriate business advertising is encouraged.

Photography must comply with established protocol.

You are encouraged to complete (or almost complete) arrangements before they are placed in designated exhibit location. Arranging in place may be allowed with prior approval.